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What Is Balantis And Which Medication Can Suitably Treat It ?

hi....i am 31 yrs male suffering with balantis since 7-8 months...its irritating me a lot. I have checked with Dr 3 weeks back. he prescribed me FCN -150 and asked me to use Flucos gel. Also m taking doxycycline tabs twice daily...still i dont see any improvement....please advice
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hi
u need to check ur sugar as it may be the cause.
there are many cause of balanitis like infection ,inflammation ,lichen planus ,psoriasis ,allergic or irritant reaction etc.
better to consult dermatologist .
u need to be examine for STD also.
wear soft ,loose and cotton undergarments.
avoid sexual relation for 2 wks.
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What Is Balantis And Which Medication Can Suitably Treat It ?

hi u need to check ur sugar as it may be the cause. there are many cause of balanitis like infection ,inflammation ,lichen planus ,psoriasis ,allergic or irritant reaction etc. better to consult dermatologist . u need to be examine for STD also. wear soft ,loose and cotton undergarments. avoid sexual relation for 2 wks.